Fujitsu Delivers Highest Level of Network Solutions Capability with GOLD Certified Partner Designation from Cisco Systems

Fujitsu Australia has been awarded Cisco GOLD Certified Partner certification. This certification acknowledges Fujitsu's expertise in the design, supply, implementation and support of Cisco network solutions and incorporates Specialisations in Content Networking, Network Management and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).

As a Cisco GOLD Certified Partner, Fujitsu will provide its customers with access to the latest Cisco networking technologies as well as to Fujitsu's vast expertise and experience in creating Cisco networks. Fujitsu offers customers a large number of Cisco Certified engineers across Australia together with an extensive service network available to manage the deployment, integration and ongoing support of customers' Cisco infrastructure.

"Cisco GOLD Certified Partner status for Fujitsu Australia is formal recognition of something our customers have known for a long time: Fujitsu is a leading source of expertise for enterprises building mission-critical Internet Protocol networks with industry-leading Cisco technology," said Peter McFarlane, executive general manager Services, Fujitsu Australia Limited.

"This accreditation level reflects the extensive experience built up within the Fujitsu organisation during many years of helping Australian enterprises gain competitive advantage with Cisco networks."

To achieve Cisco GOLD Certified Partner status, Fujitsu needed to meet a number of stringent requirements, including:

• A specified number of Cisco Certified Engineers and qualified Cisco sales representatives, plus a commitment to continuing training through Cisco education programs
• Substantial test and development laboratory facilities capable of demonstrating Fujitsu's specialisations
• Exemplary pre-sales and post-sales support
• Sustained high customer satisfaction levels

"Cisco is delighted to welcome Fujitsu Australia as a Cisco GOLD Certified Partner," said Kip Cole, Operations Director, Channels, Cisco Systems Australia. "The Cisco GOLD Certified Partner designation offers the highest level of credibility and service in the marketplace."